It can be hard to know when a change is needed. If you are wondering how to find a doctor for an elderly parent, or whether the current one is the right fit, watch for these signs:
- Appointments feel rushed, and questions go unanswered
- Your parent’s medications are rarely reviewed or explained
- Specialists and the primary doctor do not seem to share information
- It is hard to reach the office with questions between visits
- Getting to appointments has become a barrier to care
- Your parent does not feel heard or comfortable
- Health changes, such as new falls or confusion, are brushed off
Changing doctors is a big decision, and it is worth talking it through with your loved one first. A good fit means a doctor your parent trusts and who works with you, not around you.
